The Software Systems Engineer supports the planning, development, integration, and verification of complex software-intensive systems within a defense acquisition environment. This role interfaces with government PMOs, contractors, and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure software solutions meet performance, safety, and airworthiness requirements.
As a Software Systems Engineer your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:- Support planning, development, integration, and sustainment of complex software systems
- Collaborate with government PMOs, defense contractors, and internal engineering teams
- Review software requirements, architectures, and technical artifacts for compliance and traceability
- Support software verification, validation, and airworthiness activities
- Review integration and test plans, procedures, and results
- Participate in Agile development activities and support DevSecOps practices
- Contribute to system-level risk identification and mitigation
Qualifications- U.S. Citizenship
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- 5+ years of experience in software engineering, systems engineering, or a related field
- Active secret clearance
- Experience supporting software systems in a defense acquisition environment
- Knowledge of software V&V, requirements traceability, and verification processes
- Familiarity with software safety and airworthiness standards (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254)
- Experience supporting software integration and test in complex systems
- Working knowledge of Agile software development methodologies
Preferred Qualifications- Direct experience with PEO Aviation or related military aviation acquisition programs
- Knowledge of multi-core processing considerations and standards (e.g., DO-297, Integrated Modular Avionics)
- Experience working within or leading Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
- Experience overseeing contractor and supplier performance for software-intensive systems
- Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and CI/CD pipelines
Schedule: M-F; 8-5
Work Location: Huntsville, AL
Travel: 0-20%
Relocation Assistance Available: No
Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No
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Benefits:Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.
Applying to Torch Technologies: Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.
